January 21st, 2023, marked Lines for Life’s first annual Barbershop Conversation in partnership with Kingdom Kuts, a local barbershop in Portland, Oregon. It was packed with people from Portland’s Black and Brown communities to talk about the importance of community and receiving support for mental health.
We are trying to diversify the mental health workforce by aligning with community partners, Black-owned businesses, and Black-owned mental health facilities.
As Lines for Life celebrates Black History Month, it is important to learn the history behind this celebration of the culture and strength of Black Americans as well as their countless contributions to this country. This February, we highlight the accomplishments of Black Americans that have defined history as well as Lines for Life staff and...
BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health in Black Communities: Breaking the Silence, Building the Support
During National BIPOC Mental Health Awareness Month, we're recognizing the unique strengths, challenges, and barriers that shape mental health in communities across Oregon.For generations, mental health has been a topic kept inside the family in many Black households. It's usually...
